Commencement
“Go forward, attempt great things, accomplish great things”
— Mary Lyon, Founder of Mount Holyoke College
Commencement is a treasured ceremonial occasion that celebrates students who have graduated from Mount Holyoke College after completing all academic requirements and obligations. Typically, Mount Holyoke holds one annual Commencement in May to honor all graduates.
Mount Holyoke's 185th Commencement for the Class of 2022 will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 10:30 am in the Kendall Field House
Please note that the College has hired an outside service, Grad Images, to photograph every student as they cross the stage during Commencement. Grad Images will reach out to students regarding photo purchase afterwards.
Health and Safety
A number of health and safety requirements will be in effect for Commencement weekend. We have also posted a heat advisory for May 21 – 22.
Welcome Tent and Guest Registration
All guests visiting campus Commencement weekend must register at the Welcome Tent and verify vaccination or testing status. Guests will receive a wristband to access any buildings or events throughout the weekend. It is very important that this be guests first stop when arriving for the weekend in order to prevent any delay or inconvenience.
Sunday, May 22
Location: Kendall Field House
Hours: 7:30 am – 11 am
Upcoming Events
Learning, dancing, soaring
Pickin’ at wisdom
2022 Commencement speakers announced
Introducing the graduates of 2022
Commencement Traditions
Commencement Events for the Class of 2020
See the Commencement 2020 page for information regarding the celebrations taking place during Reunion weekend, May 27–29, 2022.
Health and Safety Requirements
Please make a note of the health and safety requirements that will be in effect for Commencement and Reunion weekends.
Kendall Field House Accommodation Request (Tickets/Seating)
If you or any of your guests have a physical disability or other special need that requires accommodation during the Commencement ceremony, please indicate the nature of services you are requesting no later than Thursday, April 30. The information you provide will be shared only with those individuals involved with coordinating services and accommodations.
Please note that we do not provide wheelchairs.
If you have any questions concerning accommodations, email commencement@mtholyoke.edu.
Travel Guidelines
Be sure to follow the latest Massachusetts travel guidelines when making plans to attend Commencement.
Contact Us
Email commencement@mtholyoke.edu with questions.
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